Dubbo Public School
Ngiyanhi yindyamarra winhanganha Wiradjuri mayiny, Tubba-Gah balugang-gu, ngurambang-ga gulbalang-bu. Ngiyanhi murunwigi yindyamarra-yanhi yiradhu-dhuray galang nginyalgirbang balumba-mba-bu. Ngiyanhi yindyamarra winhangangidyal-bu, wirimbili, gilanggalam-bu galang ngurambang-guwaygalang-bu Aboriginal-giyalang-bu galang Torres Strait Islander-giyalang-bu mayiny yarru wambuwan-bu galang gulbalang-bu ngurambang-ga.
About the school
Dubbo Public School is committed to promoting quality education in a caring and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to succeed to the best of their ability. The school boasts a vibrant blend of traditional values and innovative learning programs, delivered by highly qualified and dedicated teachers. Utilizing the latest technology, the school's resources enhance student learning and foster creative and critical thinking, alongside nurturing a growth mindset.
Cultural and Sports Programs
Dubbo Public School's cultural program is designed to help children develop confidence and express their creativity through various activities, including choir, band, recorder groups, and regular class performances in song, dance, and drama. In addition, the school offers a comprehensive sports program that allows children to build their skills and represent the school in a supportive environment, focusing on participation and good sportsmanship.
Community and Values
Dubbo Public School is recognised for its welcoming and friendly atmosphere, where positive relationships thrive among families, students, and teachers, rooted in mutual respect and open communication. The school actively fosters a caring community, ensuring that every student feels safe, included, and ready to learn from their first day. By maintaining high expectations and offering tailored support, Dubbo Public School empowers students to excel in their education and personal growth.
Mission
Our school is committed to high expectations, continuous learning and a caring community where every student thrives. We hold in deep respect the Wiradjuri people, the Tubba-Gah group, on whose land we work and live. We pay heartfelt respect to Elders of long ago and Elders of today. We honour the stories, culture and traditions, and all connections to Country, of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who also work and live on this land.
Location & Catchment Area
- Dubbo Public School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Mian School 309 m
- B Dubbo North Public School 1.3 km
- C Dubbo West Public School 1.6 km
- D Dubbo South Public School 1.6 km
- E Yawarra Community School 2.1 km
- F Orana Heights Public School 2.1 km
- G Dubbo College Delroy Campus 2.2 km
- H Dubbo College South Campus 2.5 km
- I Dubbo College Senior Campus 2.7 km
- J Lincoln School 3.2 km
- K Dubbo School of Distance Education 3.2 km
- L Buninyong Public School 3.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 520 (244 girls, 276 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 520
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 972 (percentile 34)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 28% / 30% / 27% / 15%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 78
- Indigenous students
- 29%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 13%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 45.1
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 6
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 74 |
| Year 1 | 73 |
| Year 2 | 64 |
| Year 3 | 83 |
| Year 4 | 79 |
| Year 5 | 72 |
| Year 6 | 75 |
| Total | 520 |
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 520 | 244 | 276 | - | 972 | 45.1 |
| 2024 | 523 | 252 | 271 | 89.7 | 977 | 46.2 |
| 2023 | 540 | 270 | 270 | 92 | 984 | 47.2 |
| 2022 | 550 | 284 | 266 | 88.9 | 987 | 48.1 |
| 2021 | 514 | 261 | 253 | 92.2 | 985 | 48 |
| 2020 | 521 | 258 | 263 | - | 986 | 48 |
| 2019 | 539 | 260 | 279 | 94.3 | 992 | 49 |
| 2018 | 541 | 252 | 289 | 94.2 | 983 | 50.1 |
| 2017 | 514 | 232 | 282 | 94.9 | 1001 | 47.4 |
| 2016 | 504 | 226 | 278 | 94.4 | 977 | 46.2 |
| 2015 | 500 | 232 | 268 | 94.5 | 990 | 44.8 |
| 2014 | 477 | 210 | 267 | 94.6 | 985 | 43.1 |
| 2013 | 459 | 198 | 261 | 94.3 | 988 | 42 |
| 2012 | 438 | 198 | 240 | 93.3 | 972 | 41.5 |
| 2011 | 397 | 186 | 211 | 94 | 960 | 39.4 |
| 2010 | 408 | 191 | 217 | - | 958 | 40.4 |
| 2009 | 387 | 176 | 211 | - | 983 | 39.3 |
| 2008 | 380 | 186 | 194 | - | 983 | 38.1 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.